research issues Flashcards
1
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extraneous variables
A
any variable other than the IV that might have an effect on the DV if not controlled
2
Q
confounding variables
A
any variable other than the IV, that varies systematically with the IV, that may have affected the DV
3
Q
demand characteristics
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any cue from the researcher/situation that may reveal the purpose of the investigation and lead to participants changing their behaviour
4
Q
investigator effects
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any effect of the investigator’s behaviour on the research outcomes
5
Q
randomisation (fix)
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the use of chance in order to control the effects of bias
6
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standardisation (fix)
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the use of exactly the same formalised procedures and instructions for all participants